N88 (pronounced “Nate”) is a youth-created awareness campaign designed to help Ohio students recognize, remember, and use the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline when they or someone they know needs support.

Created by the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council, N88 was developed with one goal in mind: to make conversations about mental health feel more approachable and ensure every young person knows that help is available. By giving 988 a relatable, memorable character, the campaign helps reduce stigma and encourages students to reach out before a crisis escalates.

Through school resources, social media, and community outreach, N88 empowers young people to look out for themselves and one another. Whether someone is struggling with their mental health, worried about a friend, or simply wants to learn more, N88 reminds them that they are never alone and that help is just three numbers away.